This biographical data was taken from the Federal Judicial Center [link] on Aug 15, 2016:

Oliver, Webster J.

Born January 14, 1888, in Brooklyn, NYDied November 16, 1969, in New York, NY

Federal Judicial Service:Judge, U.S. Customs CourtNominated by Franklin D. Roosevelt on June 11, 1940, to a seat vacated by Charles P. McClelland. Confirmed by the Senate on June 18, 1940, and received commission on June 24, 1940. Served as chief judge, 1940-1965. Assumed senior status on June 24, 1967. Service terminated on November 16, 1969, due to death.